Jongmyo Shrine [UNESCO World Heritage] (종묘 [유네스코 세계문화유산])

Jongmyo Shrine was the primary place of worship for kings and their queens throughout the Joseon dynasty. The shrine was built at the same time as Gyeongbokgung Palace, under the orders of King Taejo, the first king of the Joseon dynasty. The shrine is the site of the royal memorial service, called Jongmyo Jaerye, a national event that has been passed down since the Three Kingdoms period. During the Joseon dynasty, the ritual was held on the first month of a seasonal change and the twelfth month of the lunar year.

Opening Hours

February-May, September-October 09:00-18:00
June-August 09:00-18:30
November-January 09:00-17:30
* Last admission 1 hour before closing  

Holiday

Tuesdays  

Parking

Not available (Use paid parking lot of park in front of shrine)  

World Cultural Heritage

1  

Inquiries

Jongmyo Shrine Maintenance Office: +82-2-765-0195
Docent/Interpretation: +82-2-2174-3636  

Restrooms

Available

Admission Fees

1,000 won

Available Facilities

Benches, public telephone, wheelchair & stroller rental

Interpretation Services Offered

[English Guided Tours] 10:00, 12:00, 14:00, 16:00
* Reservation required via official website, except for Saturdays; up to 300 people per session
* Korean nationals may join a foreign language guided tour when accompanying international visitors.

Interpretation Services Offered

[Guided Tours]

* English - 10:00, 12:00, 14:00, 16:00
* Japanese - 09:00, 09:40, 10:40, 11:40, 12:40, 13:40, 14:40, 15:40, 16:40 (Mar-Sep)
* Chinese - 11:00, 13:00, 15:00

* Reservation required via official website, except for Saturdays; up to 300 people per session
* Korean nationals may join a foreign language guided tour when accompanying international visitors.
* Guided tour in Japanese 16:40 session is only offered from March to September